Vintage Ethiopian Headrest - 19.1 Photographer Designs like these were traditionally

Designs like these were traditionally reserved for chiefs and important figures

a leopard sits regally amongst passion flowers and lucky beans

the inside lip is slightly smaller

its rich amber tones and natural veining catch the light and cast a soft

Opening diameter: ~ 9

Vintage Ethiopian Headrest - 19.1 Photographer Designs like these were traditionallyA hand carved vintage headrest from the peoples of southern Ethiopia A genuine, one of a kind piece carved from a single block of dark hardwood and worn to a soft patina by age and use. Equal parts sculpture and cultural artefact, it brings warmth, history and quiet drama to a shelf, plinth, mantel or styling vignette. The story behind it Headrests like this are traditionally used across communities in southern Ethiopia to support the head in sleep